2009 Pontiac G6 vs 2009 Saab 9-3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 710 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,046 | 448 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–26 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 86,000 mi | 66,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac G6 | Saab 9-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 293 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 190 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 177 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 63 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 40 | 17 |
| Power Train | 45 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 36 | 4 |
| Engine | 24 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 63 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 31 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 17 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 10 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
2009 Pontiac G6
2009 Saab 9-3
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.